What reading level is A Puzzle from the Past?

A Puzzle from the Past by Janet Golio is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is A Puzzle from the Past appropriate for?

A Puzzle from the Past is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Mild" (2/5). Content flags: Mild Peril.

What genre is A Puzzle from the Past?

A Puzzle from the Past is fiction — Arizona.

Does A Puzzle from the Past have any content warnings?

A Puzzle from the Past has a content intensity rating of "Mild" (2/5). Content flags include: Mild Peril. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is A Puzzle from the Past?

A Puzzle from the Past by Janet Golio is 100 pages.

A Puzzle from the Past

Janet Golio

A Puzzle from the Past

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Janet Golio

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Have you ever wondered what secrets ancient petroglyphs might hold? Lisa and Roper discover these mysterious carvings are vanishing before their eyes, sparking a thrilling race to uncover who—or what—is behind it all. Can they solve the puzzle from the past before the history fades away forever?

Themes

Mystery Adventure Friendship Fantasy World-Building

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fantasy mystery follows young friends Lisa and Roper as they work to protect ancient petroglyphs from disappearing. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story combines elements of friendship, adventure, and environmental awareness with a gentle touch of suspense. Parents should know the book contains mild peril but no intense content, making it a great choice for readers interested in mysteries and fantasy.